Hunting Study Course 1-18
If you are in the woods and need to make a fire to keep warm, as a general rule what size of area should you clear around it before lighting the fire?
3 feet
What is a bow stringer?
A device used to place the string on a bow
Which of the following best describes the practice of Still Hunting?
A technique where a safe hunter moves slowly through a hunting area looking for game animals
A box trap is best suited for trapping in what type of environment?
Aquatic areas and wet locations such as marshes
What color clothing were our hunters wearing to keep them visible and safe in Day 1?
Blaze Orange
Which shot offers an ethical and clean kill?
Broadside
Which tool should always be used to get the projectile started down the barrel?
Bullet Starter
Which of the following would be considered a safe hunting practice?
Checking a firearm's barrel for obstruction after having set it down
Which type of bow is the most popular among the majority of archery hunters?
Compound bow
Which of the following is a basic tool used by today's trapper?
Digging Tool
When cleaning your firearm, why should you avoid dipping a cleaning brush directly into the cleaning solution container?
Dipping the brush directly into the cleaning solution will contaminate the entire supply
Which of the following best describes "wildlife management"?
Ensuring the habitat and wildlife can replenish and sustain itself for the enjoyment of all
Who is required to follow the rules of firearm safety?
Everyone using a firearm
Which of the following safety harnesses is the safest and MOST recommended when hunting from a treestand?
Fall Arrest System / Full Body Harness
Which of the following statements is true?
Hunters should be concerned about obeying all hunting laws and regulations
How are unprotected species different from other harvestable species in Florida?
Hunting does not require a permit from the FWC or US Fish & Wildlife Service
Which of the following is required for someone under the age of 16 to possess a loaded firearm in Florida?
Hunting legally and under the direct supervision of an adult who possesses a valid hunting license
Which of the following is an important bowhunting safety rule?
Never shoot an arrow straight up into the air
Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter?
Practicing marksmanship before the hunting season to ensure a clean, swift harvest of a targeted animal
Which of the following positions should be used to practice the fundamentals of good shooting?
Prone position
Which of the following is NOT a reason for hunting laws today?
Protect hunters from dangerous wildlife
What colors should a safe hunter avoid wearing when hunting for wild turkey?
Red, blue, black and white
Which of the following is the best description of field dressing a harvested animal?
Removing the entrails from the body cavity
When it comes to treestand safety, what are the 3 R's?
Rescue, Relief and Recover
When crossing a fence or other obstacle alone, what should you do with your firearm once it is unloaded?
Set the firearm on the ground, pointing the muzzle away from where you are crossing
What is meant by "Proper Shot Placement"?
Taking a shot in the vital organs - such as the heart or lungs - to achieve a quick, clean harvest
Which of the following rifle sights provides magnification of the game animal which helps to ensure an accurate shot?
Telescopic sight
When cleaning a firearm, what end of the firearm should you generally clean from?
The breech
How is the caliber of a rifle or handgun determined?
The distance between opposite lands inside the barrel
What does it mean when the mark on the ramrod disappears into the barrel of the muzzleloader?
The firearm is seated
In order to become an accomplished marksman, what does a hunter need to learn first?
The fundamentals of firearm safety
When choosing the projectile to use in a muzzleloader, what factors should the safe hunter take into consideration?
The game being hunted and the manufacturer's recommendations
Which of the following is one of the advantages of using a treestand?
The hunter shoots toward the ground which acts as a backstop
Which of the following statements is true about the general public?
The majority of people are non-hunters
What is the safe hunter's best resource for information on cleaning their firearm?
The owner's manual for the firearm
Which of the following shooting positions is considered to be the steadiest?
The prone position
Which of the following is a characteristic of a lever action firearm?
To load a cartridge from the magazine, grasp the lever and swing it down and away from you
Why is it always a good idea for a safe hunter to wear leather or rubber gloves as well as eye protection while handling animal carcasses?
To minimize the possibility of contracting an infection
Why were hunting laws and regulations initially enacted?
To protect wildlife from over hunting and market hunting
Which of the following is usually the first noticeable symptom of hypothermia?
Uncontrolled shivering
Before storing your firearm in a vehicle, what should you do?
Unload your firearm
How should you safely transport your firearm in a vehicle?
Unloaded and in a case
Which of the following is a safety consideration when hunting wild turkey?
Use a hen call, avoid using a rooster call
What can be done to increase the accuracy of slugs in a shotgun?
Use rifled barrels or chokes
Why is it important to ensure your muzzleloader can handle modern smokeless powder as a propellant?
Using smokeless powder can cause serious injury to the shooter if the firearm is not designed for it
Which of the following is an important safety rule when cleaning any firearm?
Wear eye and hand protection
When should a hunter ask a landowner permission to hunt on his or her property?
Well before the hunting season starts
What must you be aware of once you have confirmed your target while hunting?
What is in front and beyond your target
When do most hunting-related incidents occur?
When a hunter behaves carelessly or disregards the rules of firearm safety
Which of the following is a piece of land owned by the state on which hunting is permitted?
Wildlife Management Area
Which of the following is a rimfire cartridge?
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Where is the hammer located on this muzzleloading firearm?
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Which of the following is an example of a recurve bow?
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In which of the following images does the archer, using proper technique, have his bow string pulled back to his anchor point?
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Where is the nock located on the following arrow?
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Which of the following is known as a crossbow?
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Which of the following is an example of an aperture (or peep) sight?
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Which of the following is an example of the correct sight alignment for a firearm using an open sight?
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Which of the following is an example of a live trap?
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Which of the following safe firearm carries is called the elbow carry?
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With regards to a dog's well being, why is it most important to ensure they remain warm and dry?
like humans, dogs can experience hypothermia
Approximately how many Wildlife Management Areas (WMA's) are found in Florida?
130
What is a shot string?
A pattern of the pellets as they exit the muzzle of a shotgun
On a topographic map, what do contour lines that are very close together indicate?
A steep slope
Which of the following is an important consideration when cleaning a firearm?
All live ammunition should be removed from the work area before cleaning
What is an important rule of firearm safety?
Always keep your muzzle pointed in a safe direction
Which of the following is a safety precaution which should be taken by anyone hunting with a muzzleloading firearm?
Always wear eye protection
What should you do to stop a wound from bleeding?
Apply direct pressure to the wound
Which of the following would be an example of the actions of an ethical hunter?
Avoids taking a shot if unsure whether or not it will produce a clean and swift harvest
When storing firearms and ammunition, which of the following is an important consideration?
Ensuring that they are stored separately and securely
What should you wear when using a treestand?
Fall Arrest System
Which of the following items should you ALWAYS carry in a survival pack?
Fire starting equipment
Which of the following items would not be necessary in a field dressing kit?
Fire starting equipment
What are the three (3) main parts of a handgun?
Frame, barrel and action
What is the term used to describe animals that are harvested primarily for their fur?
Furbearers
What is a haul line used for?
Getting gear up and down from your treestand
Which of the following should be considered when sighting in a rifle?
Gravity, air resistance and energy loss all have an effect on the bullet's trajectory
What are the three (3) main factors which might cause the meat on a harvested animal to spoil, making it unsafe to eat?
Heat, Dirt and Moisture
Prior to a hunting trip, what can you do to ensure you will be in good physical shape?
Hike terrains similar to the ones you will be hunting in
What is the most important thing to remember if you happen to stumble or fall while carrying a firearm?
Hold on to the firearm and control the direction of the muzzle
Once an animal is field dressed and transported back to camp, how should the animal be cooled?
Hung from a tree or specially-designed rack
If you see incorrect or unsafe hunting behavior in your group, what should you do?
Immediately correct that person
Which of the following is NOT a reason for using a covered quiver?
Increases the effective range of the arrows
What type of muzzleloading firearm is the most popular and most commonly used among hunters today?
Inline Percussion Muzzleloader
How should the safe and ethical hunter react to a hunting companion who is acting in an unsafe or unethical manner?
Insist that they follow safety rules and ethical guidelines, or refuse to hunt with them
Which of the following defines a firearm's action?
It contains the parts that load, fire and eject a cartridge or shot shell
Which of the following is a characteristic of the bald eagle?
It is a federally protected species
Which of the following is an important consideration for treestand hunters concerning falls from a stand?
It is important to carry emergency signaling devices that are readily accessible. Be prepared for a fall before it happens
What is the purpose of wearing hunter orange clothing?
It will help a hunter to be seen by other hunters
Which of the following is an important safety rule that must be followed while cleaning a firearm?
Keep the firearm unloaded, with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction
The following is an example of what type of Treestand?
Ladder stand
Which of the following treestands is considered to be the safer for the hunter to climb in and out of?
Ladder stand
Which of the following equipment is strongly recommended when cleaning a firearm?
Latex gloves
How are laws and regulations different from one another?
Laws are long-standing, while regulations can be modified quickly
Which of the following is one of the fundamentals of safe shooting?
Learn how to pattern a shotgun
Which of the following firearms would have to be cleaned from the muzzle end?
Lever Action
Of the following, which trap is predominately found in urban areas?
Live trap
f the safe hunter is alone, which of the following would be the safe and correct procedure for boarding a watercraft for a hunting excursion?
Load all firearms and equipment before boarding
Which of the following is probably the best resource for trapping information in your area?
Local Trappers' Association
Although lightweight, which of the following bows may be the most difficult for novice archers to use?
Long bow
Where can a hunter find up-to date information on Florida's hunting regulations?
Look up the Florida Hunting Regulations online
What should you first do when you remove your firearm from a vehicle?
Make the firearm safe
Which of the following should be done by a hunter who is tracking a wounded animal?
Mark the blood trail with blaze orange flagging tape
Which of the following should be done before loading a shotgun?
Match the gauge on the bottom of the shell to the shotgun's datastamp
Which of the following shot pellets has the smallest diameter?
No. 9
Which of the following treestands is considered unsafe and should never be used by hunters?
Permanent stand
Which of the following is the number one reason why non-hunters oppose hunting?
Poor hunter behavior
What should an ethical hunter do before the hunting season begins or heading out for a hunt?
Practice with the rifle, shotgun or bow they will use for the hunt
When sighting a firearm using an open sight, in what direction should the rear sight be moved if you want the shot to travel to the right?
Right
Why would the safe hunter never shoot in the direction of rocks or water?
Rocks or water are not an appropriate backstop as they might cause the bullet to ricochet
Once in the treestand which of the following should be done first?
Secure the safety harness
Which of the following handguns might be fitted with a mechanical safety?
Semi-Automatic Pistol
If someone is suffering from hypothermia which of the following actions should you avoid?
Shaking or rubbing the person vigorously
Which of the following is an important consideration when targeting a shotgun?
Shotguns are pointed at a target, not aimed like rifles
What shooting position is commonly used when hunting with a shotgun?
Standing position
When hunting big game, what is the first thing a hunter must do once the animal has expired?
Tag the animal
Which of the following is recommended for all hunters in the field?
Take a course in First Aid and CPR
What should be done if you notice the firearm has been damaged or is not working properly?
Take it to a qualified gunsmith for repair
Which agency is responsible for managing Florida's hunting laws and regulations?
The Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
Which of the following statements is generally true regarding the public's opinion of hunters and hunting?
The public is more critical of hunting behavior than of the sport of hunting itself
Why is it important to keep the muzzle of a firearm pointed in a safe direction, even though the firearm's safety is engaged?
The safety is a mechanical device and consequently subject to failure
Why must bowhunters use broadhead points when hunting big game?
The sharp blades cut through blood vessels leading the animal to expire relatively quickly
Wild turkeys and bobwhite quails are considered which of the following?
The two most common upland game birds in Florida
What is the most effective way one can tell the age of a deer buck?
The wear on their permanent teeth
If someone were to load a firearm with the wrong-sized ammunition, what would likely be the end result?
There could be damage done to the firearm, and serious injury to the shooter
Which of the following is a safety consideration when using a traditional wooden ramrod?
There is a chance they will shatter under pressure, causing injury
What is a characteristic that all songbirds share in Florida?
They are all protected and cannot be hunted
Which of the following statements is true about the armadillo?
They are an unprotected species in Florida
Which of the following is a characteristic of the Florida Wild Hog?
They are descendants of the domestic hog
Which of the following statements regarding steel leg hold traps is true?
They are illegal to use in Florida
What is the main purpose of the orienteering lines on a compass?
They can be used with a map to determine a bearing to an object
Which of the following is a characteristic of diving ducks?
They get a running start on the water to take flight
Which of the following would be the best way to learn advanced trapping skills?
Through a mentor or class
What was the purpose of the Pittman-Robertson Act?
To collect and redistribute taxes collected to improve wildlife management practices and to educate hunters.
What is the purpose of a tether strap?
To connect the safety harness to the tree
What is the purpose of having lands and grooves inside the barrel of a rifle?
To give the bullet or projectile spin to increase accuracy
Aside from harvesting animals for their fur, which of the following is a common reason for trapping?
To relocate animals to other areas to increase the population
Every time an individual purchases a box of ammunition or a firearm, an excise tax is collected by the federal government. What is this tax money used to fund?
To support wildlife restoration projects
Which of the following stands is best suited for hunting on the edges of fields or in open country?
Tower stand
Which of the following statements regarding trapping is true?
Trapping can be used to control damage to livestock animals
Which of the following is an illegal method of harvesting furbearers?
Trapping with a live catch foothold trap
Which of the following is an important consideration that should be kept in mind when hunting with dogs?
Treat the dog as a fellow hunter and never point the muzzle in the dog's direction
What field carry gives you the most control over your firearm?
Two-hand Carry
How should your firearms and equipment be brought into a treestand?
Using a haul line once having reached the top
When must a hunter use a magazine plug in their shotgun?
When hunting migratory game birds
During what step in the firing process would the gunpowder be ignited?
When the firing pin strikes the primer
Which of the following is a characteristic of a flintlock muzzleloader?
When the trigger is pulled the hammer causes the flint to strike the frizzen, creating a shower of sparks
When should a firearm be loaded with the action closed?
When you are ready to hunt
Clothing that is made from which of the following materials retains its insulation properties even when wet and is the best for all-around warmth?
Wool
What can result when attempting to draw back a bow that has too much draw weight?
You may be unable to draw back the string, or could cause injury to your chest or shoulder
When hunting with a group of hunters, what should you be aware of?
Your zone of fire Location of the other hunters Safe muzzle direction { All of the above}
Which of the following firearms has a lever or pivot safety located on the bolt to lock the firing pin?
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Where is the action located on this firearm?
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Which of the following is an example of a break or hinge action firearm?
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Which of the following firearms has a hammer or half-cock safety?
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Which of the following is a double-action revolver?
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Which of the following statements regarding muzzleloaders is true?
Muzzleloaders are always loaded from the muzzle end
